Tee it up on Australia's top golf courses, and battle for over $30,000 in prizes, in SGA's annual flagship event. A must-play event on most Social Golf calendars, the SGA Championships sees golfers from across the globe converge upon the Gold Coast in August for a week of spectacular golf, energetic competition and, most importantly, a ton of fun. ALL GOLFERS WELCOME!
Regarded as “The Adventure Capital of the World”, the beautiful Queenstown, New Zealand will play host to the 2023 Queenstown Golf Week, an exciting 72-hole, week-long golfing adventure, full of fun and excitement.
You’ll enjoy an amazing assortment of New Zealand’s best golf courses: Queenstown Golf Club – Ranked #39 in NZ, Jacks Point Golf Club – Ranked #2 in NZ, and both Millbrook Resort's Coronet and Remarkables Golf Courses – Ranked #7 and #10 in NZ. There is also a rest day with an optional round of golf available at the stunning The Hills – Ranked # 6 in NZ.
Ramada Queenstown is perfectly located a short walk from the centre of Queenstown and some of the city’s most popular attractions. We have twin-share accommodation included in the package with the option to upgrade to a single room or Studio Apartment.
...or, read on for more information about this exciting event!
With stunning landscapes, and a raw, natural beauty, New Zealand and its courses evoke awe and wonder by all who visit. And the city of Queenstown “cranks it up to 11” in this regard. Considered the “Adventure Capital of the world”, the city has no shortage of excitement and buzz. It is a city like no other on Earth!
For this year’s event, we have chosen an amazing assortment of the top Queenstown golf courses (among the best in New Zealand), and arranged accommodation at the centrally located Ramada Queenstown. In addition, we have partnered with an on-ground supplier to assist with golf and transfers.
In essence, we've done the hard yards for you. All you need to do is have fun!
(Speaking of fun, click here to see some photos of the 2022 Event!)
Depart your Capital City
Arrive Queenstown. Transfer to Ramada Queenstown. Optional extra nights are available for those who would like to arrive earlier.
Commercial flights from around Australia fly in to Queenstown and taxis are available for transfer to Ramada Queenstown from the airport.
That night, enjoy a sumptuous buffet dining experience at Skyline’s Stratosfare Restaurant & Bar at the top of the Gondola in Queenstown. Meet your fellow travellers (and their non-golfing partners) as you take in the panoramic views of Queenstown, Lake Wakatipu and the surrounding mountains.
Set in a natural, alpine amphitheatre, the Millbrook Resort course (Home of the New Zealand Open) is one of the most impressive international golf arenas in the world. Featuring impeccably groomed fairways and greens, demanding hazards and meandering water courses, surrounded by the alpine backdrop of the Remarkables Mountain Range, golf at Millbrook Resort is an exhilarating experience. The 18-hole, par 72 championship course was designed by renowned professional and master golfer, Sir Bob Charles, and features four different tee positions for complete enjoyment at all levels of playing expertise.
Meandering between tarn-like ponds with spectacular 360-degree vistas of Millbrook, the Remarkables and Arrow nines have combined to form Remarkables 18, providing a truly memorable golfing challenge. Fast and true greens, fine turf quality and a stunning alpine setting combine to provide the golfing experience for which Millbrook is renowned. With the Crown Range and Arrow river valley providing mesmerising backdrops, focusing on the golf can be quite the test.
The Hills, opened in 2007, is set over 250 acres of former deer farm on the outskirts of Arrowtown in Central Otago. Sir Michael Hill’s Private Course, it is regarded as New Zealand’s most exclusive golf club. Laid out on 250 acres on the outskirts of Arrowtown, The Hills has hosted several NZ PGA and Open tournaments since opening in 2007. Its stunning surroundings and condition of the course make it ideal to host major tournaments.
(Note: this optional round is strictly limited to the first 8 players who reserve and pay their deposit)
Set within a 3,000 acre nature preserve on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, Jack's Point is an 18-hole par-72 golf course bounded by the Remarkables Mountain Range and Lake Wakatipu. It traverses through wetland to the Lake edge encountering steep bluffs, indigenous vegetation and wildlife. It is designed to work with nature, not against it. Fairways are designed with minimal excavation and careful plantings to complement the natural environment, but also to give the golfer a fighting chance.
Queenstown Golf Club at Kelvin Heights was recently voted New Zealand’s most scenic golf course and is internationally regarded as one of the World’s most picturesque. It is set in the amphitheatre of the famous Remarkable Mountain Range and surrounded by the pristine waters of Lake Wakatipu. The Course is ‘truly awesome’, offering not only a course that will test your skill but provides a golfing experience you will never forget. Queenstown Golf Club provides a unique challenge with undulating fairways framed by well-established Pine trees. The signature 5th hole playing across the Lake is one of New Zealand’s finest and most photographed.
Later that evening, enjoy a presentation ceremony and farewell dinner (location TBC), where you will share laughs, stories of the week and a few beverages with your new golfing friends.
Transfer to airport for flight home.
Ramada Queenstown Central hotel is perfectly positioned in the heart of Queenstown, with spectacular views that include Lake Wakatipu, The Remarkables Mountain Range, the Queenstown Golf Course, Walter Peak and many other parts of the iconic Central Otago landscape Queenstown is famous for. The property is just 15 minutes’ drive from Queenstown Airport, and within easy walking distance of Queenstown’s central shopping, entertainment and restaurant precinct. Ramada offers a combination of Hotel rooms and well-appointed Apartment style rooms which feature air-conditioning, the latter having in-room kitchenettes with stovetop, microwave, refrigerator/freezer as well as in-room laundry facilities. All guests have free unlimited Wi-Fi, as well as access to a 24-hour Gym and on-site paid valet parking is available.
6 nights plus golf, carts and transfers to golf
Extra Nights: $120 per person per night
6 nights plus golf, carts and transfers to golf
Extra Nights: $240 per night
6 nights accommodation, plus golf, carts and transfers to golf (Price is for entire registration)
Extra Nights: $240 Per Room per night
6 Nights plus golf, carts and transfers to golf
Extra nights: $145pp/pn
6 Nights plus golf, carts and transfers to golf
Extra Nights: $290 per night
6 Nights plus golf, carts and transfers to golf. (Price is for entire registration)
Extra Nights: $290 per room/night
Wednesday Rest Day, Golf at The Hills including carts
Some people may choose to arrive earlier or depart later and we can arrange extra nights accommodation and additional rounds of golf as required. If you wish to extend your stay and fit in another game, just let us know when you book and we can make arrangements for you.
Additional golf options re on application. To discuss tailoring the package to suit your needs, contact Dean Miller or Mick David from SGA. Contact details are listed below. All prices in Australian dollars.
Entry in the event is subject to accepting the SGA Terms & Conditions of entry. Bookings and payments are made directly to SGA. Once you have completed the online booking, we will contact you with booking confirmation and payment information. Payment can be made by direct deposit or by credit card over the phone. Note that payments for the land package are made to Social Golf Australia and payments for airfares are made privately.
To register and make payment Click the link above or EFT (with YOUR name in the payment reference) to:
Social Golf Australia
Bendigo Bank
BSB: 633000
Account Number: 130203821
For credit card payments (add 2%), call Mick David on 0402 488 253
Call or e-mail one of our team members or fill out the form below.
Tee it up on the country’s top golf courses and battle for over $30,000 in prizes, in SGA’s annual flagship event, the 2023 SGA Championships.
Regarded as a must-play event on most clubs’ Social Golf calendars, the SGA Championships sees golfers and social clubs from across Australia converge upon the Gold Coast for a week of spectacular golf, energetic competition and, most importantly, a ton of fun.
You'll tee it up at the magnificent RACV Royal Pines, Sanctuary Cove (The Palms course), The Glades and Palmer Gold Coast courses. PLUS, there are optional bonus rounds at Lakelands and Brookwater GC if you want even MORE golf!
For the 2023 tournament, we have once again chosen the Mantra Legends Hotel as our home base for the event, with entrants getting an SGA-established price for the week.
Our 2023 event will again feature great prizes totalling over $30,000, including Srixon and Garmin golf products, vouchers from The Card Network and Drummond Golf, and SGA Shiraz from Heathcote Winery. We also are offering vouchers for discount entry in the 2024 SGA Championships.
At the 2023 SGA Championships, all entrants receive a ticket in the prize draw to win free entry to one of our events (including airfares) valued at over $2400.
Upon arrival at the glittering Gold Coast, you'll transfer to your home base for the week, the Mantra Legends Hotel. Featuring 4-star rooms, the hotel is right in the heart of the action, and provides everything you need for a fun and relaxing stay.
Today features an optional (and fun) Team Ambrose Golf Day, where you can warm-up for the week in a jovial and relaxing atmosphere. The wonderful Lakelands Golf Course has forged a deserved reputation as one of Australia's very best golf courses, and was the first signature designed course in Australia by golfing legend Jack Nicklaus. Lakelands is often described as a thinking player's course with a unique Nicklaus flavour to the design.
(Note: MAXIMUM of 72 spots available for the Ambrose Warm-up Day)
Your tournament week begins with a fully-catered Welcome Party at The Mantra. Meet your fellow golfers, say G'day to the SGA Staff and Hosts, and enjoy tasty food and beverages. The evening also includes the awarding of last year's winners' Championship Shirts, as well as any Milestone awards for long-term players.
Your Gold Coast Golf Week begins at a RACV Royal Pines Resort, which has been recognised as a premier golf destination for over a decade. With undulating terrain, magnificent greens and tight fairways that demand respect, RACV Royal Pines is a great golf experience for players of all standards. With 27 Championship holes of golf, the facility features three distinct course combinations and three unique golfing experiences.
The Palms Golf Course is considered a championship course rivalling some of the best golf courses in Australia, now ranked in Australian Golf Digest's Top 50 golf courses. It is a return to the traditions of the game, with distinctive holes, deep greenside bunkers and boldly contoured greens requiring creative shot making. The Palms is designed to challenge players of all abilities. In the Australian Golf Digest's Top 100 Australian Golf Course rankings.
You can choose to take this day for a well-earned rest, OR tee it up on one of Australia's best courses!
Designed by Greg Norman, Brookwater Golf and Country Club has been voted as Queensland’s number one golf course. The course features undulating greens, natural water features, and long, narrow fairways. The strategic design makes it the perfect environment for golfers of any skill level to enjoy a day of premium golf. Brookwater Golf & Country Club is undeniably the most spectacular golf facility in Queensland set to challenge and delight all golf enthusiasts.
(Note: MAXIMUM of 16 spots available for the Rest Day Round)
Today, you'll tee it up on The Glades, regarded by many as the finest golf course on the Gold Coast. Designed by Greg Norman, the 6420m Championship layout opened in 1999 and rapidly developed a reputation as the best golf course on the Gold Coast. The facility features superb playing surfaces with unique “Creeping bent grass” greens that ensure a superior putting surface all year round. The Glades is on 65 hectares of land with a total of 98 bunkers. Norman not only had a vision to create a challenging golf course on the Gold Coast, but he also retained 9 hectares of wetland area to create a natural wildlife sanctuary within the course.
The day also features our fun (and optional) Round 3 Fancy Dress Day, where you can "Go Bold" with your day's attire!
Your golf week finishes at Palmer Gold Coast (Robina Woods). Carved out of 65 hectares of native woodlands, with fairways lined by towering gum trees, Palmer Gold Coast has rapidly developed a reputation as one of Queensland’s best-loved resort courses. Consistently ranked in the top 30 resort courses in the country, Palmer Gold Coast is a 6078 meter, 18-hole, Par 71 championship golf course designed by the Marsh / Watson team. A natural water-course featuring lakes, ponds, creeks and native wildlife completes a rare golf course environment.
Friday evening, you'll enjoy a massive night, as we wrap-up the week at the Presentation Ceremony and Closing Dinner. Share your week's memories with your old (and new) golfing mates as you enjoy a full sit-down dinner, complete with Beer/Wine/Drinks, live music and the all-important Awards, where we crown the 2023 Individual and Team champions. Our 2023 event will again feature great prizes totalling over $30,000, including Srixon and Garmin golf products, vouchers from The Card Network and Drummond Golf, and SGA Shiraz from Heathcote Winery. The evening also includes our highly-anticipated prize draw, where one player will win free entry to one of our events (including airfares) valued at over $2400.
As this tournament is our flagship event of the year, the entire SGA team will be there to host the week. From registration to organising your transfers, to managing each day's events, to simply answering any questions you have throughout the week, each team member is dedicated to ensuring that your trip is fun, memorable and hassle-free.
Gold Coast Direct Charters are SGA's preferred Gold Coast on-ground logistics partner for our annual SGA Championships. GCDC Owner Julie Ridler has always provided ultra-reliable, friendly, affordable and efficent service for the thousands of SGA competitors over the years. SGA highly recommends Julie and her team for any group transfer needs.
| Day | Date | Tee Time | Transfer Times | Event | Venue |
| Sunday | Aug 27 | 12:30pm (Shotgun) | 11:15am & 5:45pm | Optional 4-Ball Ambrose | Lakelands GC
Welcome Dinner from 7:15-9:15pm. |
| Monday | Aug 28 | 12:00pm (Shotgun) | 10:30am & 6:00pm | Round One | RACV Royal Pines |
| Tuesday | Aug 29 | 12:00pm (Shotgun) | 10:15am & 6:00pm | Round Two | Sanctuary Cove – The Palms |
| Wednesday | Aug 30 | 11:00am | 9:00am & 4:30pm | Rest Day – Optional Golf | Brookwater |
| Thursday | Aug 31 | 7:30am (Shotgun) | 6:30am & 2:00pm | Round Three | The Glades |
| Friday | Sep 1 | 8:00am (Shotgun) | 6:30am & 2:00pm | Round Four | Palmer Gold Coast
Plus Closing Dinner from 7:00pm |
Event entry is structured so that the golf event package is separate from the accommodation booking. This allows entrants flexibility and choice...you can choose the accommodation option that suits you.
The SGA Championships features the Mantra Legends Hotel as our home base for the week. The hotel, featuring 4-star rooms, is right in the heart of the action, and provides everything you need for a fun and relaxing stay.
Golfers can choose to make their own accommodation arrangements for the event, however, staying at The Mantra will be a significant advantage for a range of reasons:
Call or e-mail one of our team members or fill out the form below.
It was a week of fun in the sun for the competitors of the 2022 SGA International, Phuket. With four rounds of golf on four spectacular courses--in a truly magical setting--SGA golfers were smiling from ear to ear, enjoying a return to international golf travel.
One of the event's highlights featured a Hole-in-one by Terry Cooney on the 14th - Canyon Course at Blue Canyon. Congrats Terry!
EVENT RESULTS:
Day 1 Winner - David Morriss - 38pts
Day 2 Winner - David Morriss - 36pts
Day 3 Winner - Colm O'Donovan - 36pts
Day 4 Winner - Kristian Young - 36pts
Overall Winner - Glen McMillan - 140pts; 2nd Place - Kristian Young - 131pts; Third Place - Colm O'Donovan/David Morriss/Derek Montague - 128pts.
See the Daily Leaderboards here
Thanks to all of our players for joining us on this great trip. Thanks also to our major sponsors: Srixon Australia, Garmin Australia, Drummond Golf, and TCN.
For those of you looking to join in on the fun, we are returning to Thailand in March for the 2023 Pattaya Golf Week. It will be EPIC, so reserve your spot today!
Or, for more upcoming international destinations, check out our SGA International Main page.
(Players can receive high-resolution, full-size copies of the below images emailed to them, free of charge, by emailing media@sgatour.com.au.)
Call or e-mail one of our team members or fill out the form below.
Reserve your spot in the 2022 SGA International, and be one of the first golfers in Australia to experience international golf travel in a post-Covid-19 world!
Regarded as “The Adventure Capital of the World”, the beautiful Queenstown, New Zealand will play host to the 2022 SGA International – New Zealand, an exciting 72-hole, six-day golfing adventure, full of fun and excitement.
You’ll enjoy an amazing assortment of New Zealand’s best golf courses: Queenstown Golf Club – Ranked # 39 in NZ, Jacks Point Golf Club – Ranked # 2 in NZ, Arrowtown Golf Club – Ranked # 13 in NZ, Millbrook Resort Golf Course – Ranked # 8 in NZ. There is also a rest day with an optional round of golf available at the stunning The Hills – Ranked # 6 in NZ.
Ramada Queenstown is perfectly located a short walk from the centre of Queenstown and some of the city’s most popular attractions. We have twin-share accommodation included in the package with the option to upgrade to a single room or Studio Apartment.
...or, read on for more information about this exciting event!
With stunning landscapes, and a raw, natural beauty, New Zealand and its courses evoke awe and wonder by all who visit. And the city of Queenstown “cranks it up to 11” in this regard. Considered the “Adventure Capital of the world”, the city has no shortage of excitement and buzz. It is a city like no other on Earth!
For this year’s event, we have chosen an amazing assortment of the top Queenstown golf courses (among the best in New Zealand), and arranged accommodation at the centrally located Ramada Queenstown. In addition, we have partnered with an on-ground supplier to assist with golf and transfers.
In essence, we've done the hard yards for you. All you need to do is have fun!
Depart your Capital City
Arrive Queenstown. Transfer to Ramada Queenstown. Optional extra nights are available for those who would like to arrive earlier.
Commercial flights from around Australia fly in to Queenstown and taxis are available for transfer to Ramada Queenstown from the airport.
The picturesque Arrowtown Golf Club is set in Central Otago, one of New Zealand's most historic and scenic regions. Surrounded by mountains, the 18 hole course has superb views from every fairway. Take time to play golf in this inspiring setting - it's unique! Each hole has its own attraction and the diverse and challenging course attracts players from all over the world. Historic stone cottage ruins nestle amongst towering trees, a legacy of Arrowtown's pioneers. Arrowtown's link with its gold mining past is highlighted in the names of holes: Sons of Fortune and Golden Arrow, which border the once rich, gold bearing Arrow River. Established in 1937 as a nine hole course, the second nine opened in 1970. The course is 5327 meters on the men’s card (par 70 for men, par 71 for women).
Queenstown Golf Club at Kelvin Heights was recently voted New Zealand’s most scenic golf course and is internationally regarded as one of the World’s most picturesque. It is set in the amphitheatre of the famous Remarkable Mountain Range and surrounded by the pristine waters of Lake Wakatipu.
The Course is ‘truly awesome’, offering not only a course that will test your skill but provides a golfing experience you will never forget. Queenstown Golf Club provides a unique challenge with undulating fairways framed by well-established Pine trees. The signature 5th hole playing across the Lake is one of New Zealand’s finest and most photographed.
The Hills, opened in 2007, is set over 250 acres of former deer farm on the outskirts of Arrowtown in Central Otago. Sir Michael Hill’s Private Course, it is regarded as New Zealand’s most exclusive golf club. Laid out on 250 acres on the outskirts of Arrowtown, The Hills has hosted several NZ PGA and Open tournaments since opening in 2007. Its stunning surroundings and condition of the course make it ideal to host major tournaments.
(Note: this optional round is strictly limited to the first 8 players who reserve and pay their deposit)
Set within a 3,000 acre nature preserve on the shores of Lake Wakatipu, Jack's Point is an 18-hole par-72 golf course bounded by the Remarkables Mountain Range and Lake Wakatipu. It traverses through wetland to the Lake edge encountering steep bluffs, indigenous vegetation and wildlife. It is designed to work with nature, not against it. Fairways are designed with minimal excavation and careful plantings to complement the natural environment, but also to give the golfer a fighting chance.
Set in a natural, alpine amphitheatre, the Millbrook Resort course is one of the most impressive international golf arenas in the world. Featuring impeccably groomed fairways and greens, demanding hazards and meandering water courses, surrounded by the alpine backdrop of the Remarkables Mountain Range, golf at Millbrook Resort is an exhilarating experience. The 18-hole, par 72 championship course was designed by renowned professional and master golfer, Sir Bob Charles, and features four different tee positions for complete enjoyment at all levels of playing expertise.
Transfer to airport for flight home.
Ramada Queenstown Central hotel is perfectly positioned in the heart of Queenstown, with spectacular views that include Lake Wakatipu, The Remarkables Mountain Range, the Queenstown Golf Course, Walter Peak and many other parts of the iconic Central Otago landscape Queenstown is famous for. The property is just 15 minutes’ drive from Queenstown Airport, and within easy walking distance of Queenstown’s central shopping, entertainment and restaurant precinct. Ramada offers a combination of Hotel rooms and well-appointed Apartment style rooms which feature air-conditioning, the latter having in-room kitchenettes with stovetop, microwave, refrigerator/freezer as well as in-room laundry facilities. All guests have free unlimited Wi-Fi, as well as access to a 24-hour Gym and on-site paid valet parking is available.
6 nights plus golf, carts and transfers to golf
6 nights plus golf, carts and transfers to golf
6 nights accommodation, plus golf, carts and transfers to golf (Price is for entire registration)
6 Nights plus golf, carts and transfers to golf
6 Nights plus golf, carts and transfers to golf
6 Nights plus golf, carts and transfers to golf. (Price is for entire registration)
Wednesday Rest Day, Golf at The Hills including carts
Some people may choose to arrive earlier or depart later and we can arrange extra nights accommodation and additional rounds of golf as required. If you wish to extend your stay and fit in another game, just let us know when you book and we can make arrangements for you. Extra nights are $105 per person for twin-share or Golfer & non-golfing partner and $210 per person for a single room. Additional golf options re on application. To discuss tailoring the package to suit your needs, contact Dean Miller or Mick David from SGA. Contact details are listed below. All prices in Australian dollars.
Entry in the event is subject to accepting the SGA Terms & Conditions of entry. To secure your place, a $400 deposit is required and full payments are due by September 17, 2022. Bookings and payments are made directly to SGA. Once you have completed the online booking, we will contact you with booking confirmation and payment information. Payment can be made by direct deposit or by credit card over the phone. Note that payments for the land package are made to Social Golf Australia and payments for airfares are made privately.
To register and make payment Click the link above or EFT (with YOUR name in the payment reference) to:
Social Golf Australia
Bendigo Bank
BSB: 633000
Account Number: 130203821
For credit card payments (add 2%), call Mick David on 0402 488 253
While there is still uncertainty in the market, especially regarding the potential re-opening of borders and travel, etc, we would like to re-assure all of our golfers that we have coordinated with our event partners to arrange flexible refund policies. Thus, you can enter with confidence, knowing you can access FULL REFUNDS if required in the case of outside agencies forcing a cancellation or postponement.
Call or e-mail one of our team members or fill out the form below.
Tee it up on the country’s top golf courses and battle for over $30,000 in prizes, in SGA’s annual flagship event, the 2022 SGA Championships.
Regarded as a must-play event on most clubs’ Social Golf calendars, the SGA Championships sees golfers and social clubs from across Australia converge upon the Gold Coast for a week of spectacular golf, energetic competition and, most importantly, a ton of fun.
You'll tee it up at the magnificent Sanctuary Cove (The Pines course), Links Hope Island, Lakelands and Palmer Gold Coast (Robina Woods) courses. PLUS, there are optional bonus rounds at Palm Meadows and Brookwater GC if you want even MORE golf!
For the 2022 tournament, we have once again partnered with The Mantra Group to make the luxurious Mantra Legends Hotel, Mantra Circle on Cavill and Mantra Towers of Chevron our home bases and accommodation partner.
Our 2022 event will again feature great prizes totalling over $30,000, including Garmin golf products, vouchers from The Card Network and Drummond Golf, and SGA Shiraz from Heathcote Winery. We also are offering vouchers for discount entry in the 2023 SGA Championships including accommodation at The Mantra Legends Hotel.
Each year, Social Golf Australia hosts various overseas and domestic travel getaways and events. Since 2011, one lucky SGA Championships golfer has won free entry to one of our events (including airfares) valued at over $2400.
At the 2022 SGA Championships, all entrants receive a ticket in the prize draw to win free entry into either: The 2023 SGA International (inc airfares), OR The 2023 SGA Tasman Classic (for two people)!
...or, read on for more information about this exciting event!
Palm Meadows was the first golf resort course on the Gold Coast, and pioneered the Australian resort golfing boom. The challenging 350-hectare par 72 course was designed by renowned course-designer Graham Marsh. It measures 6319 metres off the championship tees and the opening and closing holes are rated among the greatest in Australian golf. Water comes into play on 14 holes and there are 82 sand bunkers around the course.
Designed by five-times British Open Champion, Peter Thomson and home to Australian golfing royalty, Peter Senior, Links Hope Island is a must-play on any visit to the region. The course regularly rates among the finest resort courses in the country. When you play at Links, you'll be met with a real sense of welcome and warmth from the time you arrive.
As Australia's only Arnold Palmer signature course, The Pines Course is recognised as one of Australia's best and most challenging courses. The Pines is carved through 101 hectares of established pine forest, the course features corridor approaches to several holes, with lakes guarding others. Fourteen of the holes are contoured around six man-made lakes. An abundance of wildlife features on The Pines including rare bird life and scores of native Australian kangaroos.
Designed by Greg Norman, Brookwater Golf and Country Club has been voted as Queensland’s number one golf course. The course features undulating greens, natural water features, and long, narrow fairways. The strategic design makes it the perfect environment for golfers of any skill to enjoy a day of premium golf. Brookwater Golf & Country Club is undeniably the most spectacular golf facility in Queensland set to challenge and delight golf enthusiasts of all levels.
Carved out of 65 hectares of native woodlands, with fairways lined by towering gum trees, Palmer Gold Coast has rapidly developed a reputation as one of Queensland’s best-loved resort courses. Consistently ranked in the top 30 resort courses in the country, Palmer Gold Coast is a 6078 meter, 18-hole, Par 71 championship golf course designed by the Marsh / Watson team. The rolling fairways, manicured greens, and towering eucalyptus are strikingly beautiful and blend harmoniously with the surrounding residential development. A natural water-course featuring lakes, ponds, creeks and native wildlife completes a rare golf course environment.
Since opening in February 1997, the wonderful Lakelands golf course has forged a deserved reputation as one of Australia's very best golf courses. Situated in the heart of the Gold Coast adjacent to the luxurious Radisson Resort and next door to Palm Meadows, Lakelands was the first signature designed course in Australia by golfing legend Jack Nicklaus. Lakelands is often described as a thinking player's course with a unique Nicklaus flavour to the design.
| Day | Date | Tee Time | Transfer Times | Event | Venue |
| Sunday | Aug 14 | 12:30pm (Shotgun) | 11:15am & 5:45pm | Optional 4-Ball Ambrose | Palm Meadows.
Welcome Dinner @ Legends Hotel from 7:15-9:15pm. |
| Monday | Aug 15 | 12:00pm (Shotgun) | 10:30am & 6:00pm | Round One | Links Hope Island |
| Tuesday | Aug 16 | 12:00pm (Shotgun) | 10:15am & 6:00pm | Round Two | Sanctuary Cove – The Pines |
| Wednesday | Aug 17 | 11:00am | 9:00am & 4:30pm | Rest Day – Optional Golf | Brookwater |
| Thursday | Aug 18 | 8:00am (Shotgun) | 7:00am & 2:30pm | Round Three | Palmer Gold Coast (Robina Woods) |
| Friday | Aug 19 | 7:30am (Shotgun) | 6:30am & 2:00pm | Round Four | Lakelands Golf Club
Plus Closing Dinner |
Event entry is structured so that the golf event package is separate from the accommodation booking. This allows entrants flexibility and choice...you can choose the accommodation option that suits you.
The 2022 SGA Championships features our partnership with The Mantra Group to make the luxurious Mantra Legends Hotel, Mantra Circle on Cavill and Mantra Towers of Chevron our home bases with our accommodation partner for the 2022 tournament. These 4-star and 4.5-star rooms and apartments are right in the heart of the action, and provide everything you need for a fun and relaxing stay.
Golfers can choose to make their own accommodation arrangements for the event, however, staying at our partner Mantra properties will be a significant advantage for a range of reasons:
Below we have listed the three accommodation options available for SGA Championships golfers thanks to our partner The Mantra Group.
Gold Coast Direct Charters are SGA's preferred Gold Coast on-ground logistics partner for our annual SGA Championships. GCDC Owner Julie Ridler has always provided ultra-reliable, friendly, affordable and efficent service for the thousands of SGA competitors over the years. SGA highly recommends Julie and her team for any group transfer needs.
While there is still uncertainty in the market, especially regarding the potential re-opening of borders and travel, etc, we would like to re-assure all of our golfers that we have coordinated with our event partners to arrange flexible refund policies. Thus, you can enter with confidence, knowing you can access FULL REFUNDS if required in the case of outside agencies forcing a cancellation or postponement.
Call or e-mail one of our team members or fill out the form below.
With stunning beaches, tropical surrounds and a relaxing vibe, Thailand is one of the most popular holiday destinations for Australians looking to get away from it all.
And there is no better spot for a relaxing week of Thai golf than the stunning island of Phuket, which will play host to the 2022 SGA International – Thailand, an exciting 72-hole, six-day golfing adventure, full of fun and excitement.
You’ll enjoy an amazing assortment of Phuket's best golf courses during this week-long golf travel adventure! Play some of the most scenic golf courses on the planet, including Loch Palm, Laguna, Blue Canyon and Red Mountain!
The Deevana Patong Resort and Spa is an "Oasis of Calm", yet just minutes away from the famous Bangla Road’s nightlife. With spacious tropical gardens and tasteful guest rooms and suites, it's the perfect setting for a relaxing holiday getaway.
Like all SGA Trips and Tours, this event will feature our unique brand of high-quality golf, exciting competition, and a fully-hosted Tour Guide & Event Manager to help you enjoy your trip to the fullest.
...or, read on for more information about this exciting event!
For this year’s event, we have chosen an amazing assortment of the top Phuket golf courses and accommodation. In addition, we have partnered with an on-ground supplier to assist with golf and transfers.
In essence, we've done the hard yards for you. All you need to do is have fun!
Depart your Capital City via your own flight arrangements.
Arrive in Phuket (either direct or via Bangkok/transfer). Note: Optional extra nights in Phuket are available for those who would like to arrive earlier.
Loch Palm is regarded as the most relaxing course in Phuket. The course is a favourite amongst the locals and the expatriate community as it offers a relaxing game with a variety of challenging hazards and greens to confront golfers of all abilities. Water comes into play on 10 holes and the fairways are lined with oil palms and varieties of Zoysia grass have been used on the fairways and in the rough providing year round playability and great playing surfaces. With over 1,000 palm trees lining the fairways and a cool breeze washing over you from the Crystal Lake, the atmosphere is tranquil and serene, despite the numerous hazards and challenging greens.
That evening, enjoy a Welcome buffet dinner at 8pm, with open bar.
Laguna Golf Phuket is an 18-hole, par-71 golf course featuring a wealth of scenic lagoons, coconut groves and undulating fairways. After fully reopening in January 2015, the new landscape provides golfers with two distinct scenic experiences with lush tropical foliage on the front nine, while the back holes feature coconut groves and sand bunkers. A scenic surrounds comprising of Phuket Mountains and environmental lagoons, combine to make Laguna Golf Phuket a truly idyllic golf paradise.
Some players will choose to use this day to rest/relax/sightsee.
For those who want more golf, we will go north of Phuket and play either Aquella (a brand-new course, pictured here) or Katathong, which is very picturesque with some interesting holes. (Course still to be finalised)
The Canyon Course at Blue Canyon ranks as one of the most distinguished and prestigious championship courses in Asia. The striking masterpiece is sculpted with minimal disruption to the original landscape of an abandoned tin mine flanked by rubber plantations. The first golf course to ever host the Johnnie Walker Classic thrice in the tournament’s history, in 1994, 1998 & 2007, the Canyon Course is the top venue for major events. It has hosted the Honda Invitational, the BMW International World Final, The Thailand Open, Blue Canyon Tiger Skins & Thai Airways International Thailand Open
Sculpted into the rugged rock terrain, Red Mountain Golf Course is a scenic delight and a true challenge. The par-72 is a highly strategic course, with numerous risk and reward opportunities creating a stimulating test for golfers of all levels. Coursing through 6,781yards, the course cleverly exploits the dramatic landforms and elevation changes remnant of the tin mine. The course is a challenge for even the best golfers from the Championship tees whilst providing a more leisurely challenge from the white tees at 5,900 yards.
That evening, enjoy the Closing Presentation Buffet Dinner at 8pm - with open bar!
Transfer to airport for flight home.
Located at the centre of all the action in Phuket’s most popular destination – Patong, the Deevana Patong Resort and Spa is just minutes away from the famous Bangla Road’s nightlife, Jungceylon shopping and entertainment centre and of course the wonderful golden sand of the glorious Patong Beach. This elegant Thai resort, with spacious tropical gardens and tasteful guest rooms and suites, takes you to an oasis of calm, the perfect setting for a relaxing holiday getaway.
| Date | Course/Activity | Tee Time | Bus Departure Time |
| Sunday 24 Jul 2022 | Arrival | ||
| Mon 25 Jul 2022 | Loch Palm Golf Club | 11:00 | 09:30 |
| Welcome Dinner | 8:00 pm | ||
| Tue 26 Jul 2022 | Laguna Golf Phuket | 11:00 | 09:15 |
| Wed 27 July | OPTIONAL – Aquella or Katathong | TBD | TBD |
| Thu 28 Jul 2022 | Blue Canyon Country Club Canyon Course | 11:00 | 09:00 |
| Fri 29 Jul 2022 | Red Mountain Golf Club | 11:00 | 09:30 |
| Farewell Dinner | 8:00 pm | ||
| Sat 30 Jul 2022 | Departure |
Wednesday Rest Day
Some people may choose to arrive earlier or depart later and we can arrange extra nights' accommodation and additional rounds of golf as required. If you wish to extend your stay and fit in another game, just let us know when you book and we can make arrangements for you. Extra nights are $50 per person/per night for twin-share, $75 pp/pn Single room, or $85 pp/pn for a Golfer & non-golfing partner sharing a room.
To discuss tailoring the package to suit your needs, contact Dean Miller or Mick David from SGA. Contact details are listed below. All prices in Australian dollars.
PACKAGES DO NOT INCLUDE:
Entry in the event is subject to accepting the SGA Terms & Conditions of entry. To secure your place, a $500 deposit is required and full payments are due 60 days prior to the trip. Bookings and payments are made directly to SGA. Once you have completed the online booking, we will contact you with booking confirmation and payment information. Payment can be made by direct deposit or by credit card over the phone. Note that payments for the land package are made to Social Golf Australia and payments for airfares are made privately.
To register and make payment Click the link above or EFT (with YOUR name in the payment reference) to:
Social Golf Australia
Bendigo Bank
BSB: 633000
Account Number: 130203821
For credit card payments (add 2%), call Mick David on 0402 488 253
The current travel advice for Thailand is available via Smartraveller.gov.au. Please note that International Travel is in a constant state of change. While we will do everything necessary to notify our booked travellers of any changes to border entry or the itinerary, etc, it is up to you to ensure you meet all obligations and requirements regarding travel, including PCR Tests, Visas, etc.
While there is still uncertainty in the market, especially regarding the potential re-opening of borders and travel, etc, we would like to re-assure all of our golfers that we have coordinated with our event partners to arrange flexible refund policies. Thus, you can enter with confidence, knowing you can access FULL REFUNDS if required in the case of outside agencies forcing a cancellation or postponement.
Call or e-mail one of our team members or fill out the form below.
Tee it up on the country’s top golf courses and battle for over $15,000 in prizes, in SGA’s annual flagship event, the 2021 SGA Championships.
Regarded as a must-play event on most clubs’ Social Golf calendars, the SGA Championships sees golfers and social clubs from across Australia converge upon the Gold Coast for a week of spectacular golf, energetic competition and, most importantly, a ton of fun.
You'll tee it up at the magnificent Sanctuary Cove (The Palms course), The Glades, RACV Royal Pines and Palm Meadows courses. PLUS, there are optional bonus rounds at Lakelands and Brookwater GC if you want even MORE golf!
The 2021 tournament features some great new elements to make it even more fun and super value! We have partnered with The Mantra Group to make the luxurious Mantra Legends Hotel, Mantra Circle on Cavill and Mantra Towers of Chevron our home bases and accommodation partner.
Our 2021 event will again feature great prizes totalling over $15,000, including Garmin golf products, vouchers from The Card Network, and SGA Shiraz from Heathcote Winery. We also are offering vouchers for discount entry in the 2022 SGA Championships including accommodation at The Mantra Legends Hotel and equipment vouchers for use online or in-store from our clothing and equipment partner Srixon and Cleveland Golf.
Each year Social Golf Australia (SGA) hosts an event in Thailand, The SGA International. Since 2011, one lucky SGA Championships golfer has won free entry to the event (including airfares) valued at over $2400. This year, we are giving the winner more flexibility and choice! At the 2021 SGA Championships, all entrants receive a ticket in the prize draw to win free entry into either: The 2022 SGA International (inc airfares), OR The 2022 SGA Pattaya Golf Week (inc airfares), OR The 2022 SGA Tasman Classic (for two people)!
Read on for more information about this exciting event!
Since opening in February 1997, the wonderful Lakelands golf course has forged a deserved reputation as one of Australia's very best golf courses. Situated in the heart of the Gold Coast adjacent to the luxurious Radisson Resort and next door to Palm Meadows, Lakelands was the first signature designed course in Australia by golfing legend Jack Nicklaus. Lakelands is often described as a thinking player's course with a unique Nicklaus flavour to the design.
RACV Royal Pines Resort has been recognised as a premier golf destination for over a decade. Featuring undulating terrain, magnificent greens and tight fairways that demand respect, RACV Royal Pines is a great golf experience for players of all standards. With 27 Championship holes of golf, the facility features three distinct course combinations and three unique golfing experiences.
Designed to challenge players of all abilities, The Palms Golf Course is considered a championship course rivalling some of the best golf courses in Australia. It is now ranked in Australian Golf Digest’s Top 50 golf courses. The layout is a return to the traditions of the game, with distinctive holes, deep greenside bunkers and boldly contoured greens requiring creative shot making.
Designed by Greg Norman, Brookwater Golf and Country Club has been voted as Queensland’s number one golf course. The course features undulating greens, natural water features, and long, narrow fairways. The strategic design makes it the perfect environment for golfers of any skill to enjoy a day of premium golf. Brookwater Golf & Country Club is undeniably the most spectacular golf facility in Queensland set to challenge and delight golf enthusiasts of all levels.
The Glades is regarded by many as the finest golf course on the Gold Coast. Designed by Greg Norman, the layout opened in 1999 and features some superb golf holes and a great test of golf for players of all abilities. The 6420-metre par 72 Championship layout opened in 1999 and rapidly developed a reputation as the best golf course on the Gold Coast. The facility features superb playing surfaces with greens that are unique on the Gold Coast. The greens are a type of “Creeping bent grass” that ensure a superior putting surface all year round. The Glades is on 65 hectares of land with a total of 98 bunkers. Norman not only had a vision to create a challenging golf course on the Gold Coast, but he also retained 9 hectares of wetland area to create a natural wildlife sanctuary within the course.
Palm Meadows was the first golf resort course on the Gold Coast, and pioneered the Australian resort golfing boom. The challenging 350-hectare par 72 course was designed by renowned course-designer Graham Marsh. It measures 6319 metres off the championship tees and the opening and closing holes are rated among the greatest in Australian golf. Water comes into play on 14 holes and there are 82 sand bunkers around the course.
| Day | Date | Tee Time | Event | Venue |
| Sunday | October 10 | 12:10pm | Optional 4-Ball Ambrose | Lakelands Golf Club |
| Monday | October 11 | 12:00pm | Round One | Royal Pines (Championship) |
| Tuesday | October 12 | 11:30am | Round Two | Sanctuary Cove – The Palms |
| Wednesday | October 13 | 11:00am | Rest Day – Optional Golf | Brookwater |
| Thursday | October 14 | 8:00am | Round Three | The Glades |
| Friday | October 15 | 7:30am | Round Four | Palm Meadows |
ADDITIONAL BONUS: All entrants who book-in for the rescheduled “October version” of the 2021 event will receive “Covid-Reset Bonus” vouchers for an Arnold Palmer Golf Shirt (worth $80) plus an additional $100 off next year’s 2022 SGA Championships entry.
Event entry is structured so that the golf event package is separate from the accommodation booking. This allows entrants flexibility and choice...you can choose the accommodation option that suits you.
The 2021 SGA Championships features our partnership with The Mantra Group to make the luxurious Mantra Legends Hotel, Mantra Circle on Cavill and Mantra Towers of Chevron our home bases with our accommodation partner for the 2021 tournament. These 4-star and 4.5-star rooms and apartments are right in the heart of the action, and provide everything you need for a fun and relaxing stay.
Golfers can choose to make their own accommodation arrangements for the event, however, staying at our partner Mantra properties will be a significant advantage for a range of reasons:
Below we have listed the three accommodation options available for SGA Championships golfers thanks to our partner The Mantra Group.
While there is still uncertainty in the market, especially regarding the potential re-opening of borders and travel, etc, we would like to re-assure all of our golfers that we have coordinated with our event partners to arrange flexible refund policies. Thus, you can enter with confidence, knowing you can access FULL REFUNDS if required in the case of outside agencies forcing a cancellation or postponement.
